LIFE WITH OCD | OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER | ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS | PART TWO

[@pennyspapers1127]

Kiddos to Sean for his support and understanding. Mental health problems are so much harder when a spouse doesn't understand.

[@robins5880]

As a therapist I thank you for your courage and honesty as you continue to live with this, may you find peace

[@minide63]

There is no need to apologize for your emotions. They are an honest response to a very difficult part of your life. You are so strong to be able to share your struggles.

[@ErinBthankful]

I'm in awe of your strength and courage in bringing light to such an important subject. I'm old enough to be your mom so I'm just going to say I'm really proud of you. You are a genuine, smart and very capable person. Enjoy the rest of your summer and have a great start to your school year.

[@cindydevine5685]

The fact that you can be a teacher and teach having ocd is amazing and just shows how truly strong you are. Thank you for sharing. Hugs from Indiana.😊💗

[@debbiestherapy]

I am a therapist and college instructor and OCD is so very complex. Thank you for your courage in sharing your experience with it. There is a really good video here on You Tube I show in one of the psych classes I teach. It is called OCD: The War Inside (about an hour long), for those interested. Also just an FYI, OCD can be intrusive thoughts only without compulsions as well. As I mentioned it is complex. Again, thank you for your open-ness in sharing your experience and how this has effected you. You ARE making a difference in sharing this information!

[@souldawn2187]

Whoever is judging you for how you speak on the video’s should look in the mirror and see that they are not perfect 😟 NOBODY is perfect! we all have are own struggles . We should STOP ✋✋🏽✋🏻✋🏿✋🏾 the judging and show some love 💕 and compassion 🙏🏽 because we ALL need it at some point . God loves you the way you are ❤️

[@lakbaydiva]

Amen!!

[@Jake92574]

@@lakbaydiva I'll second that!

[@tammyroyal7547]

God bless you for having the courage to speak out about this highly personal subject. I am sending you BIG BIG hugs, love, & prayers!! ❤️🙏 You are amazing & beautiful & you bring joy to this world!! We all have our own struggles. Instead of judging & putting each other down, we need to support & uplift each other. Sweet girl you just be you, hold your head up high, & offer no apologies!!

[@chrys7174]

I cannot fathom the ongoing struggles you go through daily in your life. Thank you for speaking out and being honest and real. I bet that someone watching this may recognize themselves or someone they know and love and will be able to reach out for help. You are doing a wonderful thing, even as wrenching as it is for you. Blessings

[@CB-pf7go]

You are a dear, sweet person and I’m sorry you have this. I’m happy you were able to share this as it’s informative and interesting and sheds a light on OCD. I also hope it alleviates some of your struggles to know that other people( your viewers ),either have this or know someone that has it and can truly understand what you are going through.❤️

[@eaganfamily5971]

As someone who has also struggled with OCD for years, I think it’s amazing how open you’ve been with your journey. Thank you for your strength ❤️

[@shelley6746]

Thank you for sharing with your subscribers…OCD is very hard to understand the underlying causes…you’ve done a wonderful job explaining your OCD & the tapping, repeating yourself, your specific explanation & showing the raw part of your life. I too suffer from OCD & mine causes me to hoard “stuff” & I have a spending problem which causes me to neglect paying my bills. I was diagnosed 6 years ago with ADHD & OCD along with Chronic depression, and since COVID-19 started and forced us into staying inside, so I have a level of Agoraphobia! You are in my prayers, I feel your pain throughout your explanations!

[@lynseylou8793]

*Big Hugs* speaking out helps others with their own struggles and raises awareness for those who haven't met anyone who struggles with this. Be brave! You got this

[@brandicody4550]

I wish I could give you a hug right now. I know this was very personal to post but thank you for showing all of us your struggles. There shouldn't be stigmas for mental health and people should be able to say "my hands are like this because I struggle with OCD" and it not be a "big deal"

[@heatherinparis]

First let me say it feels so bad to push LIKE for this....but there isn't an "oh gosh you are so brave and I admire you so much" button.....so LIKE it is! Thank you for that bravery and your willingness to be so vulnerable in order to try to help others. I was one of the ones with questions about food prep so thank you also for explaining that for me. I don't have Instagram...I tried it for a while and didn't enjoy it so I hope you do keep posting here to KZbin with your explanations and sharing whatever struggles you feel like sharing. My Grandmother used to always tell me "a joy shared is doubled and a burden shared is halved".....lots of us out here are pulling for you. P.S. Congrats on making the breakfast sandwich and you just be proud girl! Aren't they so GOOD??!!

[@donnalemmond5603]

I’m so thankful that you are finally able to share your struggles!! May God bless you and your life with OCD!! Never something to be ashamed of, if truth be told we all struggle with things that is hard to admit to themselves much less others!! We love you and are cheering you on!!

[@mommamc5771]

I’m in awe of your strength. I’m sitting here in tears wishing I could reach over and hug you. Your courage to use this platform is a true example of selflessly wanting to help others. Many will listen and relate to your story. I applaud you for sharing something so personal. Your voice will be the calming strength to someone who needs to hear it, so they know they are not alone in their struggle. I pray that it is therapeutic for you as well. It warmed my heart to hear of the support you receive from Sean ❤️

[@aliciareisinger3103]

You are so brave for sharing this. It has really shown me that I need to have more compassion. You never know what struggles people are going through. Much love to you!

[@KelKelray25]

Thank you for sharing because you’re the first person I’ve heard share your struggle about preparing food the way I do. My main problem is dealing with raw meat. It’s always stressed me out and I overthink it all, and it was usually my husbands “job” to prep the meat and I’ve been trying to be better about it so I can cook the whole meal myself but it still takes me a while because of the overthinking everything even the dishes being clean enough and constantly washing my hands. I haven’t been diagnosed by a doctor, but I have known I have ocd since I was a kid, since I did things others didn’t do and how set in my ways I am about things but it’s just rules I’ve made up for myself.

[@elainegregory1167]

I hope you realize how much you will be helping others by telling your story. You are a brave, brave woman by sharing very personal information about yourself and I wish you nothing but the best. ☺

[@shawnharalson3764]

Aw Sweetie 💗 Huge hugs to you! I am sure you are already doing this, but when things get overwhelming dwell on all the good and wonderful things in your life! All of us are struggling in some way. I will pray your struggles become less and that your burdens will get lighter 🥰

[@khenriksen1339]

I am so proud of you!!! I know this is difficult. I suffer from anxiety/depression. It's a lot to share something so personal. You are in my prayers. I look forward to your next video.

[@paulaharvey1111]

Brave Brave Brave Brave !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are educating so many people by being soooooo Brave and vulnerable. All you speak of has been beyond your control and nothing to do with shortcomings. Brain issues that affect many people. I like how well you explained it. I am very proud of you!!!!!!!! Wonderful decision to share !!!!!!!!!!

[@eponine318]

That was freaking amazing! I am so proud of you. Wow, that takes major bravery to share something so personal with a bunch of people you don't know. I had noticed the speaking as well but I honestly just thought you repeated words and phrases because you were an ESL teacher and since repeating helps to learn a new language, you were just used to speaking that way. I had no idea how much you struggled. Thank you for sharing so much with us and I look forward to your future videos too. I think you may have the opportunity to really help a lot of people with your experiences! Much love to you and your husband :)

[@michellesullivan8861]

You are strong and resilient. My son was diagnosed with OCD at a fairly young age so I know the struggles you face. The more you can share, the easier it will get. It is so important that we, as a society, talk about mental health.

[@cindy23121]

Thank you so much for sharing your struggles with OCD. I admire your bravery and willingness to talk about this. Prayers that you continue to get stronger each day.

[@andrea.rivers]

I wish more people knew there's so many more ways for it to manifest than the stereotypical ways it's been portrayed and assumed. It's so much more than people know. Big hugs! Thanks for sharing! It takes a lot of courage to share our deepest vulnerabilities.

[@jenburns6265]

Thank you for sharing. How does this effect you with being a teacher? You should feel very proud of yourself, you're going to help someone with sharing your story.

[@BlessedtobeMimi]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I have OCD, but differently. However, my cousin seems to have had more of the same things in her OCD as you do. She has passed now due to kidney failure but this has helped me understand her so much more than I ever could have. I always felt for her because I knew she couldn’t help how she was doing things. Her hands were always so raw and she also pulled her sleeves down to cover her hands. She also had the issue with contamination. It’s so amazing that you are willing to share to help educate us and to help other people feel more comfortable with themselves!

[@hartsheart]

Thank you for sharing this. I do not have a diagnosis but I have a son with autism and now realize that I also have autism. Learning about autism, I have learned that autism and ocd often have similar manifestations. Listening to your story, I hear a lot of myself. I have a tendency to be obsessive and compulsive but it is fleeting most of the time. Weight loss/ weight watchers was a trigger for me after a while and I had to take a pause because I was too obsessive over not eating certain foods because I was sure I would gain weight. I've revised the way I'm doing my weight loss journey and moving forward. I'm looking forward to hearing more of your story.

[@gigieyre]

So sorry your experiencing this. It's so hard. I'm a teacher, like you and I'm wondering how it effects you in the classroom. I hope you are able to enjoy your summer and I'm glad that you are feeling like you can talk about it. Sometimes just putting it out there can help so much. ((hugs))

[@KimFergusonpapercrafting]

In your strength and through your sharing, you are going to help us see what you are dealing with on a daily basis. You are going to touch someone who needs to hear this. Stay strong, your true followers will be here tomorrow and the next day, and the next... Big, Huge, Enormous hugs to you!

[@cheriedesalis6628]

You are so very brave to share this with us. You are helping so many people. Inside and out, you are beautiful!

[@juliespapercraftart2023]

You are so brave in sharing your story so publicly. I'm so impressed by your courage, your intelligence in speaking about your struggles, and your ability to keep trying. A big thanks from me. I will continue to watch these videos.

[@cindi2598]

Thank you and don't be sorry you are a wonderful person

[@emanuelwee]

You are a true gem may dear! I'm so encouraged by your strength and vulnerability. Your community of friends here are supporting you...cheering you on every step of the way!! 😍

[@shannon_w.]

It takes such an abundant amount of strength to share this part of your life with the world and you HAVE done it!!!! You are going to touch sooo many lives with this!!! My son has struggled with this since he was about 7 and he is now almost 22. Thank you for sharing this and you are in my thoughts and prayers ❤️

[@tinydancer7426]

I am impressed that you would share this part of your life. I have no experience with OCD, first hand (myself) or friends of family members. Your personal experience and daily struggles are powerful and I am awed by your willingness to share such personal information. I am ..... humbled by your courage.

[@JH-ms3ny]

Thank you for sharing your struggles with us. You're doing great, and I think you're doing a tremendous service to others who are struggling or know someone who may be struggling, who may not realize what they're actually going through. You're very fortunate to have great support from Shawn, and you've illustrated something many people never realize. Marriage is not 50/50. Some days it is, some days it's 70/30, some days it's 90/10. The important thing is that you are always working together and never take each other for granted. Stay strong, and always remember to celebrate your victories, no matter how small.

[@kathyhullinger1585]

You are such an amazing and strong person. I am so sorry for the struggles you are having with OCD but you are going to help many others facing the same challenges. I so enjoy your warm, pleasant, loving nature. Keep your chin up.....You are making positive steps by reaching out and being so vulnerable. I really admire your strength of character. Shawn is such a blessing!

[@suklinkner8684]

Never realized how that particular mental illness worked. You are so special to put yourself out there like you are doing. God bless you!!! Will definitely pray daily for you. Hang in there.

[@serendipity9404]

Thank you for sharing. It's definitely not an easy subject to talk about. It's wonderful that you have Shawn to step in when things get too overwhelming for you. OCD, along with anxiety, are something I deal with. There's a lot going on that only my partner sees. He doesn't necessarily get it but he's the calm to my storm in so many ways. Also, any accomplishment, no manner how small it seems, is a huge step forward. If food prep is difficult but you prepping breakfasts quicker - that's not small. That's awesome ❤❤.

[@TheAliK1971]

Your honesty and truth is a beautiful gift to others. Thank you so much for being vulnerable to us. Your journey matters.❤️

[@dollymama7796]

I want to start by saying Stay Strong and I support your decision to be open and talk about your OCD. I'm sure it wasn't easy for you, but if it helps you and others to talk about your daily struggles, I'll be watching. You have always been a sweet, thoughtful and caring person, as a you-tuber and from what I've seen, a great teacher. I just want you to be assured that we are here for you. You'll be ok, you have a lot of supporters!

[@craftersalleybyheatherc]

Girl, you are amazing and so strong! I know this because I know what kind of work you have to put into your videos behind the scenes with editing and the anxiety that must bring. Thank you for helping me understand OCD just a bit more. I love your channel. Thanks so much for all you share.

[@reids97]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I can tell how hard it is and how emotional it makes you and I feel so bad for you. It's such a hard thing to deal with. My oldest daughter has it but she never really put into words her feelings about it. She too had OCD related to sickness (throwing up was hers) and also fear of thinking bad thoughts. As an adult, she still checks expiration dates and questions whether food is good or not. Now though, she is pregnant and throws up every day. It has helped her overcome her fear of it. Talk about exposure therapy. I pray that you have more good days than bad and that making these videos help you and others.

[@monarawles5832]

Bless your heart! I am so in awe of your strength in sharing your incredibly personal journey. You will never know how many people who watch this will be helped, and that is priceless. My heart was breaking when you talked of your poor hands- I am so sorry you suffer with this condition, but your courage and your support system are there, and you are prevailing! Thank you so very much for sharing, and may you keep up the good fight!

[@kuttfam0191]

You are so brave. Thank you for sharing your story. My daughter has OCD, but so far no tapping or excessive behaviors. She has a fantastic doctor that has helped her so much. Keep sharing your truth.

[@jimmyj7711]

Thank you for your transparency! I love your videos and wish you all the best.❤️

[@melissacross1121]

You are so brave and strong to be able to make these videos and I hope that doing so can help you as well as others out there. I have had one severe depressive episode in my life and I remember how challenging it was to every aspect - family, home and work. I now try and talk about it openly and with others around me if I see any signs that worry me. I believe understanding the condition and talking about it can help with managing it and I hope that is the case for you. Take care xx

[@elvagarza7971]

I’ll be praying for you Kieran sorry for your struggles

[@dawndecesare2177]

I had no idea. Thank you for sharing your experience with OCD. I know how hard it is to put yourself out there because I have anxiety. People for the most part are understanding but there is always someone who judges. I think you are incredibly brave. Hugs and stay strong.

[@llnrs4ever6023]

Girl, YOU ARE A ROCk STAR! Such bravery. I don't have words to "help" but know you are not alone.

[@terinaforan1414]

Thank you for sharing! I am praying for you! It was really sweet to see you smile every time you talked about Sean!

[@imaansaleh5068]

You are so brave for speaking about your struggle. I had no knowledge of what people with OCD go through. You are blessed to have a loving, supportive husband and family. Kieren you are such a sweet soul. I'm muslim and I will remember to say a prayer for you. Virtual hug from Kenya

[@carolinemiller4203]

I am so sorry that you have been experiencing so much pain and I appreciate you sharing your struggles. I will be wishing you all the best.

[@MidwestMama1968]

Thank for sharing! I learned so much in this video and understand so much more what OCD is or might be for someone. You are a sweetheart and a beautiful person!

[@sashagoodall]

Thank you for sharing. I'm so sorry this causes you so much distress. We all need to be open more to others people struggles. We are all going through something inside. Your husband is an angel. I wish you the best in your life. Please don't feel pressure from comments on KZbin or instagram. You are a lovely person inside & out. This is not who you are.

[@jw6504]

My god. You are amazing. You are brave, so very brave to share these details. I have learned a lot about OCD from you and I pray you continue to have success with your progress. Again, you are an amazing woman and I gave great respect for you. Keep going strong in the direction you are going with your videos, teaching, renovating and crafting. I am amazed you are successfully navigating through all the things you do while experiencing this sometimes debilitating affliction in your life. Continue to have pride in your accomplishments because you have earned it…Bravo!!!!

[@taylerkirby]

I lost it when you started to cry! You are so strong!! Each day is a battle, but each day is a win! ❤️

[@ericaglass-terhune2823]

You are so brave to share your story with us. Thank you for sharing because I really didn't know what OCD was other than the stereo typical. What an amazing person you are!!!!

[@chinadoll6841]

Thank you so very much for explaining all of this so honestly. Much love to you. Take whatever time you need I am not going anywhere. I love your channel . Grace

[@cindybailey2503]

I appreciate your openness and willingness to make this video. For those of us that can be unaware of what OCD can look like, it will help us in being more understanding of others.

[@cosmetolo-joyclassroom6573]

This is real. I appreciate your choice to share. I started OCD behavior in 5th grade. I started by counting my steps. I had to end on an even number. I went further to how many times I blinked and touching something in even numbers. As an adult I have better control over it but I still catch myself counting. Keep on keeping on. You are a beautiful soul and deserve a peaceful way if Life.❤️hugs❤️

[@nomorelittlemonkeys]

Thank you for opening up about this topic, I'm sure you are helping others with this problem. I'm so sorry you are dealing with this! It sounds impossible to live with. I hope you are getting the treatment you need.

[@grahamp.goedeck5]

I struggle with OCD as well. Mine was very similar to your OCD. Mine has got better in the last I’d say year. I am really here for you & I love your videos. You are strong & a fighter. You got this!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lindaburcham1860]

I am glad you are able to teach . My 34 year old son has OCD and is on disability. He has always lived with me. OCD is his only problem and he has never been able to keep a job so now he just stays home.

[@lizsalriv1290]

Hugs

[@teresadreamer8554]

The worse thing about Ocd is the thinking process. You over think everything. The worries the you experience are so hard to deal with. Best of wishes for you🙂🙂❤❤🙏🙏

[@janmata4449]

I cried with you. This is so relatable to me. Thank you for sharing this with us. I know that took a lot of strength.

[@lupepardo5021]

I have missed watching your thrift videos and organization videos. Now I know why you haven't been posting as much as you used too. God bless you for sharing your struggles . No one is perfect we ALL have our flaws. I will keep you and Sean in my prayers. I'm so proud of you for sharing this part of you life with us ❤❤🙏🙏🦾👑

[@debragriggs4136]

I am old enough to be you mom easily. Your video of your OCD is an example of strength. Thank you for sharing and bringing to light what many people with mental health challenges face each and every day. My kids all have some type of anxiety/depression problems...and it is hard for their own family members to reach out to them and include them...which saddens me greatly. I pray for all who suffer and hope that our country takes care of mental health issues better than they do now. It is hard to find a practitioner for counseling or really any treatments.

[@beverlyschroeder5573]

Thank you for sharing. My sister has OCD. I get so frustrated with her. You have given me smore insight to her condition. Thank you for being so brave to share with us.

[@dianeboileau2026]

Talking about this requires a good amount of courage so I have to say that I am so proud of you! Your struggle is real and knowing it is a step in the right direction! I'm glad you have so much support from your family and friends! Take care and keep on doing your youtube videos because I'm sure it must help you! Sending you a big hug!

[@maryannoconnor9347]

Bless you for going public with this mental health issue. I hope you are working with a counselor and belong to a support group. There are also support groups for Sean as your support person. God bless and take care.

[@marypridgeon4241]

Yes, I was wondering about Sean’s needs also. It must be a blurred line between being a supportive husband and being an enabler.

[@candicay]

Hugs to you Keren. You are such a sweet spirit and I'm emotional watching this. Thank you for your transparency and vulnerability. You are such an inspiration.

[@angiec6436]

Thank you so much for sharing. This is very eye opening. I feel like you’re describing my life. I struggle with so much of this but had no idea what it was. I hope you continue to feel comfortable sharing your struggles with OCD. I would love to learn more.

[@dollyinaustin]

My darling girl I understand you and your issues. That is because my family and I have had and dealt with mental health problems. Thanks for sharing your story which I see is difficult. May God continue to love and support you❣ I send you light ☀️, love 💜 and peace ☮.

[@clairejordan1547]

You are so brave. Thank you so much for sharing your struggles, and providing encouragement and support with others 🥰

[@danielledarlow73]

I've been watching you for a few years. I'm so proud of you. You are such a kind human. Thank you so much for being so open.

[@donnag.5315]

You are an amazing young woman to be willing to share your life hurdles. I wish you peace and comfort in your struggle. Take care

[@debnjosie]

This is very brave of you and I applaud your openness. I'm sure it wasn't easy. Hugs!

[@cynfullysweetkw]

You are so brave for sharing. Thank you! I know that through your story you will help so many people understand themselves and others better ❤

[@sunflowr0803]

Thank you for sharing with us. We all love you!

[@terryfishon6007]

You are an amazing woman Thank you for sharing I’m sure it was very difficult for you. I just wanted to hug you when you started crying. And you don’t need to apologize for getting emotional we all love you.

[@SewCraftyNana]

You are so brave to talk about your struggles. Life is a journey. Allow yourself some grace on yours. Hugs.

[@kathleengill1273]

I completely understand! I'm a checker. I think I check my locks on my doors 10 times or more a day. That's not the only thing but that's enough to share. I've been obsessive compulsive most of my life. People can never understand my constant straightening and wanting to have things in perfect order. It helped when I was teaching but now that I've gotten older it really irritates me sometimes but I live with it!

[@eringood8625]

Thank you for sharing this! You obviously didn't need to, but for those of us who have watched you for years, it is nice to know more about you. I had noticed you repeat things before, but never thought too much about it (of course, that was after your edits). I think it's amazing that you work on your videos and teach and live your life in spite of your challenges. It would be easy to just forget it all and live in your own bubble. What an encouragement you are! I have four questions and respect that you may or may not want to address them right now: 1) How does this affect your teaching? 2) Are there specific things that cause you to be more symptomatic? 3) Are there things you've learned to do that are helpful in calming these thoughts and behaviors? 4) Does it bother you when people casually joke or say they are OCD about something? In general, I think we are too sensitive as a culture right now, but this is an issue I can see as being difficult when people throw that around casually (and I do hear it a lot). Hope that makes sense. Thank you again for sharing this part of your life with us. May God bless you. ❤️

[@TLowens]

Sweet girl, I am praying for you. You are so brave and kind to be talking about this. You may never know how many people you will be helping by sharing your pain and struggles. I'm so glad you have a husband that is supportive and loving. That means so much I know. I have FM and I also have a supportive husband. Hang in there sweetie. You are strong.

[@lisaientile1712]

You are so brave. I can relate to OCD. Thank you for sharing ☺️

[@SaturnGeminiLove]

Thank you so much for sharing! You are amazing, brave, beautiful, smart, kind, and just an awesome person! Much love to you ❤️❤️

[@rachelberndt1835]

You are so brave, honest, and inspiring. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@jeanspeer4053]

Hugs to to you! Still watching ❤️

[@champitadub]

I will be praying for you, Kieren 🙏 ✝️ ❤️ You are so brave. And you making a breakfast sandwich in about 15 minutes is.such.an.improvement!! Please remember always that OCD doesn’t define you. We are rooting for you!

[@kathygermack1990]

Awwwwwww…..I’m so sorry honey. I had no idea you are suffering with this. You are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lovsun]

God bless you and help you every day.

[@victoriahampton613]

Thanks for sharing and may God grant you peace.

[@dorothygreen6474]

Thank you for sharing, praying for you and wishing you well in your journey. Hang in there .💕

[@anniinavee]

you are beautiful and brave. you are not alone with these things. I support you 100%. i think this will help you when you came out with these things. and this also helps others who are struggling with the same things. i wanted to thank you for this video because i know how hard it was to do. I wish you all the best in life and that your life will be easier now that you are talking about this. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@margaretdewitt5135]

Thank you for sharing. I believe you will help so many who struggle with OCD. Hugs to you & Shawn

[@agirlandher5boys947]

Thank you for sharing. I struggle with anxiety and depression and so much of the other same things but never knew why or that it was OCD. So brave of you to share and to help others! ❤️